Chapter 72: Might Guy! [Six Styles of Taijutsu · Shave] Eight Gates!

Chapter 72: Might Guy! [Six Styles of Taijutsu · Shave] Eight Gates!

[You have created the secret technique Purple Lightning (Simplified Version)]

[Purple Lightning Simplified Version: After training, you can master Purple Lightning-style chakra. Using Lightning Release jutsu requires no hand seals, and the power is stronger.]

The information in his mind made Ishihara smile.

His mastery of Lightning Release chakra could advance further.

Kakashi hurriedly asked, "How did it go?"

Ishihara smiled and said, "It's already done."

He picked up a blank scroll and began writing—naturally, it was the simplified version of Purple Lightning.

Kakashi and Might Guy exchanged glances, both seeing the shock in each other's eyes.

Even though Might Guy had heard much about Ishihara's feats, seeing it firsthand was far more impactful.

Meanwhile, Kakashi sighed in defeat.

Compared to Ishihara, he felt like the title of "genius" was mocking him.

Soon, Ishihara finished writing and handed the scroll to Kakashi.

Kakashi glanced at it and was immediately stunned.

Not only had his own ideas been perfected, but there was also a complete training method included.

It was the perfect jutsu for his current situation.

Sincerely, Kakashi looked at Ishihara and said, "Thank you."

Ishihara shook his head. "Even without me, with your abilities, you'd probably develop this secret technique in no time. No need to thank me."

Now that Kakashi no longer had the Sharingan, he was bound to revisit Lightning Release techniques.

So, his words were true.

Kakashi shook his head and said no more.

After all, what he lacked most now was time.

He carefully stored the scroll and then looked at Might Guy, saying:

"This is Might Guy next to me. He's skilled in taijutsu. Do you think you could help him?"

He knew his friend was currently studying the Eighth Gate of the Eight Gates Formation—Death Gate.

But this was a fatal forbidden technique.

He didn't want his friend to die by his own technique in the future, which is why he brought Might Guy along.

"No, no, that's unnecessary."

Might Guy was caught off guard and quickly waved his hands to refuse.

Unlike Kakashi, although the Eight Gates Formation was passed down in his family, it was also a forbidden technique recorded in the Scroll of Seals.

Such forbidden techniques required the Third Hokage's approval to be passed on, or at the very least, prior notification.

After all, ninjas who mastered forbidden techniques were key assets of Konoha.

Other than the Eight Gates, he didn't have any other secret or forbidden techniques to offer.

"Might Guy, is it? I'm quite interested in your Eight Gates Formation and taijutsu. How about we make a trade?"

Ishihara looked at him with great interest.

Although he had developed many secret techniques, none were related to taijutsu.

The reason was simple: the principle behind taijutsu was straightforward. To become stronger required extensive training and experience.

In this regard, Might Guy's value was significant.

Just as Might Guy was about to speak, Kakashi quickly nudged him and whispered urgently:

"Even if you don't want to trade, Hokage-sama will probably trade it anyway!"

He had already seen through the current situation in Konoha.

Although many were still hesitant, Ishihara's presence in the village already indicated the stance of the Third Hokage and others.

With Ishihara's talent, he was bound to develop many secret techniques.

When the time came, the Third Hokage would be unable to resist the temptation and would definitely offer up a forbidden technique on the level of the Eight Gates Formation.

Rather than letting others benefit, it would be better for Might Guy to complete the trade himself, possibly earning Ishihara's favor.

Besides, Ishihara's attitude was clear: only those who traded with him could learn the improved forbidden techniques, and only the first to make the trade would have value.

If this opportunity were left to the Third Hokage, Might Guy might not be able to learn it at all.

Hearing this, Might Guy hesitated.

He wasn't foolish and naturally understood the stakes. After a brief pause, he finally agreed.

"Alright."

Then he looked at Ishihara with some confusion.

"I understand why you'd want the Eight Gates Formation, but are my taijutsu skills really something you'd be interested in?"

To him, Ishihara seemed incredibly powerful, with talents beyond his reach. He assumed someone like Ishihara wouldn't be interested in a skill associated with "fools" like taijutsu.

"Of course. Your taijutsu is very valuable for research."

If there was anyone in the ninja world whose taijutsu interested him, it would be Might Guy and Tsunade.

The Hyuga clan's Gentle Fist didn't count, as that focused more on chakra control.

Afterward, Ishihara and Might Guy began exchanging taijutsu techniques in the courtyard, with Kakashi gradually joining in.

It had to be said that Might Guy was indeed an expert in taijutsu.

Previously, Ishihara's knowledge of taijutsu was mostly theoretical, and his own taijutsu wasn't strong.

However, Might Guy was not only well-versed in theory but also frequently demonstrated techniques, giving Ishihara a deeper understanding of taijutsu.

[You observed Might Guy's taijutsu and learned Leaf Strong Whirlwind.]

[You observed Might Guy's taijutsu and learned Leaf Boulder Uprising.]

[You observed...]

[You recalled the principles of the Navy's Six Styles of martial arts. You gained sudden insight and created the secret technique Taijutsu Six Styles · Shave.]

[Taijutsu Six Styles · Shave: Using chakra assistance or purely physical strength, the user rapidly stomps the ground multiple times in quick succession to generate reactive force for high-speed movement.]

[You recalled the principles of the Navy's Six Styles of martial arts. You gained sudden insight and created the secret technique Taijutsu Six Styles · Moonwalk.]

[Taijutsu Six Styles · Moonwalk: Using chakra assistance or purely physical strength, the user stomps on air to create a hovering effect.]

A flood of information surged into his mind, and Ishihara's face showed a thoughtful expression.

Originally, he had planned to use this opportunity to fully develop the Navy's Six Styles.

However, many of the techniques in the Navy's Six Styles were difficult to develop in the ninja world.

After all, the Navy's Six Styles required unreasonable control over the body, something that was difficult to achieve in the world of Naruto.

At least for now, Ishihara couldn't control his body down to the cellular level.

So he had to rely on chakra assistance to achieve a similar effect.

Seeing the smile on his face, Might Guy and Kakashi both quieted down and watched him expectantly.

"The taijutsu exchange ends here for now. This is for you, though don't expect too much," Ishihara said, handing over two written taijutsu techniques to Might Guy.

After reading them, Might Guy was stunned. "So taijutsu can be used this way?"

He couldn't help but try using Shave. Although he wasn't skilled with it yet, the effect still left him shocked.

His speed had increased significantly!

"Thank you. This technique will be very useful to me!" Might Guy said earnestly.

For someone like him, a pure taijutsu ninja, the key to increasing combat power was speed and strength.

Now, he could reach at least the speed of the third gate without damaging his body by opening the Eight Gates.

This was more than just a pleasant surprise.

Ishihara smiled in anticipation. "Now, let's talk about the Eight Gates Formation."

The main event had arrived!